BASMATI MUSHROOM RICE WITH PRAWNS

Preparation Method :

• Wash the rice well and soak in water for about 20 minutes.
• Heat the oil in a heavy pan and add the chopped onion, peppercorns, cinnamon, bay leaf, cumin seeds, cardamom pods, garlic, ginger, garam masala, chili powder and salt.
• Lower the heat and stir-fry the mixture for at least 2 minutes.
• Add the prawns to the spice mixture and cook for 3-5 minutes, then add the mushrooms.
• Stir in the yogurt, lemon juice, peas and coriander ,cook for 2 more minutes.
• Drain the rice and add it to the prawn mixture with water.
• Cover the pan and cook over a medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, make sure that the rice has not stuck to the base of the pan.
• Remove the pan from the heat and leave to stand for about 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish and serve garnished with the sliced red chili.